Carlos Prates has achieved multiple historic UFC records in just eight fights, establishing himself as one of the most destructive strikers in promotional history. He became the fastest fighter ever to reach seven knockout victories in the UFC, accomplishing this in eight bouts compared to nine for the previous record holders. Prates also set the record for fastest to 14 knockdowns, doing so in just 17 incomplete rounds, the highest average knockdown rate per 15 minutes in UFC history. Additionally, he became the fastest to earn seven Performance of the Night bonuses, achieving in eight fights what typically takes 15. The Brazilian has knocked out two former UFC champions who had never been stopped before, including finishing Della Maddalena with leg kicks.
